Tag: Wine

What to do in Chania (Xania), Crete, Greece

What to do in Chania (Xania), Crete, Greece

Chania (pronounced Hania) is a town in the North West of Crete, a Greek island which is the fifth largest in the Mediterranean and is about 100 miles south of the Greek Mainland. We recently visited – it was our first trip abroad on our 

What to do In Cassis, Provence, France

What to do In Cassis, Provence, France

We love France and have travelled all over, from Paris to Bordeaux, to Biarritz to the Alps, but it’s been a long time since I’ve been to the French Riviera.  I was first introduced to Cassis, a small town on this stretch of the fr, 

Christmas Gift Guide for Wine & Spirit Lovers 2021

Christmas Gift Guide for Wine & Spirit Lovers 2021

When I’m not eating and exploring, my other passion is wine.  In fact, I’m happiest when I can combine all three so I love visits to vineyards, wine tastings, and trying amazing food and wine abroad.  It’s definitely not a cheap hobby though so gifts 

Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks

Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks

Normally when I make a weeknight supper, I try and do something that I can pull together in 30 mins.  It means I can then walk home/go to the gym etc and we don’t end up eating too late.  This morning, however, I had some 

The Franschhoek Wine Tram, South Africa

The Franschhoek Wine Tram, South Africa

When planning our honeymoon, Dan and I both knew that we wanted it to involve wine.  Wine has been a passion of both of ours for a long time and our love for it definitely increased when we did the WSET wine accreditation course.  Heading 

Borghetto sul Mincio, Veneto, Italy

Borghetto sul Mincio, Veneto, Italy

Wedding over, we were off on our mini-moon and the destination was Borghetto sul Mincio in Northern Italy. Italy is such a special place for Dan and I.  He took me on a tour of Puglia for my birthday a few years back and we 

A Wine Trip to Calais – Booze Cruise!

A Wine Trip to Calais – Booze Cruise!

Stocking up on wine for a party or a wedding…or just because?  A wine trip to Calais is definitely worth doing if you are purchasing a significant amount.  Dan and I are getting ready for our wedding at the end of August and with 200 

Mulled Wine – Refined Sugar Free

Mulled Wine – Refined Sugar Free

At this time of year when there’s a chill in the air you need something warming and what better than a glass of hot, Mulled Wine.  Unfortunately every version I’ve ever seen is full of sugar so if I want it, it’s up to me 

Moules Marinières – Mussels in Garlic & White Wine

Moules Marinières – Mussels in Garlic & White Wine

Last week I shared with you my Recipe for Gratinated Razor Clams with Chorizo & Parmesan which was the starter dish for my anniversary meal with Dan.  We followed it up with these delicious Moules Marinières as the  main course.  A complete seafood feast! We’ve 

Dinner at the Admiral Codrington, Chelsea, London

Dinner at the Admiral Codrington, Chelsea, London

Last night we were treated to dinner at the Admiral Codrington in Chelsea (or The Cod as it’s affectionately known).  I’ve been to this gastro pub a few times before but only to drink, never for dinner.  They have a cute little terrace to the 

Lausanne for Foodies – From Fondue to Fine Dining in Switzerland

Lausanne for Foodies – From Fondue to Fine Dining in Switzerland

Recently I was invited to Switzerland for the weekend to eat, drink and be merry.  I was on a tour of Lausanne for Foodies and I loved every bite!  Lausanne is a beautiful town on the shores of Lake Geneva (or Lac Léman as it’s 

Talli Joe – Covent Garden, London, UK

Talli Joe – Covent Garden, London, UK

Talli Joe makes the claim on its website that it is voted the Best Indian Restaurant in London.  In a city with literally hundreds if not thousands of Indian restaurants, this is a steep claim to make so it was time to put it to